Modern Foreign Languages

At Falla Park Community Primary School we are keen to promote the study of one foreign language in depth and to develop interest and a positive attitude to foreign languages in general.  We are conscious of the value of world communication, despite the dominance of English as an international language.

At Falla Park, through the teaching of Italian, we aim to:

• Enable children to understand and communicate in another language
• Develop enthusiasm for language learning
• Develop language skills and language learning skills
• Give the children confidence in interacting with others
• Increase the children’s European and world awareness
• Awaken an interest in foreign cultures and lifestyles
• Develop the children’s understanding of themselves and their culture
• Encourage tolerance and a willingness to work co-operatively
• Give a sound start for further development at Key Stage 3 and beyond

An Italian teacher is provided through the Italian Consulate in London to teach lesson in Key Stage 2 on a weekly basis.  He also leads an Italian after school club.